Angolino, Radda in Chianti - Siena

Tucked away at the end of a quiet road, yet barely a mile from Radda, one of Chianti’s main market towns, Angolino is a peaceful but well-connected bolt hole. This unusual property, well-suited to a family or small group of friends, spreads out across one level, its roof doubling as a veranda capturing both the sun and views across the surrounding hills, carpeted in vineyards and olive groves – an inspiring place to hatch a plan about a tour of the area.

Inside, this long, low villa revolves around the lounge, kitchen and dining room, off which lie good-sized bedrooms. But don’t assume you’ll be on top of one another – there’s plenty of space. Eye-catching features include the funnel-shaped brick fireplaces and herringbone terracotta tiled floors, while comfy furnishings and hand-picked art and ornaments lend a homely feel. Outside, a terrace wraps around the villa, with a shaded area reserved for al fresco dining. Close by, the inviting oval-shaped private pool is set with sun loungers for lazy afternoons spent snoozing beneath a good book.

Our Thoughts
The potential of this quirky one-storey villa has been maximised, with inspiring ideas such as turning the roof into a veranda to catch the sun and the stunning views. The close proximity of the lower terrace to the pool will be a bonus for adults who need to keep a watchful eye on little ones at play. And the fact that the villa is in walking distance of Radda is a real bonus.

Notes
Three bedrooms. Two bathrooms, one en-suite. The villa’s lower terrace is close to the pool. The owners provide a laundry service twice a week at no extra charge. The owner is an excellent cook and can arrange cooking classes for an extra charge.

Pool
The pool is above ground and is accessed by steps.
Pool size: basic oval shaped 1.55 m deep and 9.5x5m wide, open end of April to end of September (weather permitting)

Additional information

The Security Deposit is 250 Euro or equivalent in your own currency. This is collected on your arrival and held by the owner for the duration of your stay. Should you or your party cause any damage at the property contact us straight away so that we can help agree a reasonable settlement. Damage does not mean normal usage or wear and tear.

Approach road: Paved

Meet and greetArrival time is 16:00 - 19:00. Departure time is before 10:00. Out of hours arrivals on request.

Concierge Service Sometimes the villa is all that you need, but if you’re tempted by the culture, excitement and activity Tuscany has to offer, then the To Tuscany free Concierge Service could be for you. Working alongside our local hand-picked partners and professionals, your concierge is there to ensure you have experiences to remember. At the time of booking or any time prior to arrival at your villa, your concierge will be happy to discuss any additional requirements to help make your stay extra special. This can include anything from organising a pre-arrival shopping service to booking a personal chef for a special meal.

Angolino is a homely villa, with very welcoming owners. The wife is a fantastic cook, who will happily do a cooking class or cook for you. When my group visited this villa, she cooked pumpkin lasagne, roast potatoes with bay leaves and fried peas and a side of aubergines with cherry tomatoes for us. To wash down the dinner, we tasted the owner's home made wine. For dessert there was home made tiramisu and a chestnut and rosemary polenta, which looked similar to brownies and was absolutely delicious! Outside there's a private pool and a lovely roof terrace with fantastic views. Maya

Thank you for your review. We are sorry for any disturbance during your stay. Unfortunately, this was very much out of the owner's control.

Georgina

September 2017

Group of friends

Terre Haute, United States of America

Guest villa score

8/10

We really enjoyed the vila Angolino, in the Radda in Chianti area. We drove to Maranello and Florence from our Villa for day trips. There are many beautiful vineyards and Medieval Villages and sight seeing in a short driving distance from our Villa. The owner, Clara, was a lovely and very friendly lady. Clara and her husband harvested their grapes outside our Villa and offered us grapes to enjoy. Clara also cooked us a delicious Italian Meal at our Villa which included appetizers, drinks, first course, second course and a wonderful dessert. We definitely would recommend this Villa . We really enjoyed the lovely terrance around the villa where you could sit and look out and enjoy the beautiful Tuscan countryside. It was very quiet and peaceful and a fantastic Tuscan view. We would love to visit this area some time in the future. We would definitely book the Angolino villa again.

We enjoyed the village which was very close to the Villa, everyone was so friendly in the Village square, lots of nice shops, ice cream stores and wonderful restaurants. Almost everyone could speak some English so that was very helpful to us. We also enjoyed all the fantastic Wine tours in the area and the Medieval Villages. The Tuscan scenery was beautiful with all the rows of grapevines, the olive trees and tall Tuscan trees. It was a picture perfect place to visit. Will definitely return for another visit in the coming year.

Anne

September 2017

Group of friends

Harrogate, United Kingdom

Guest villa score

10/10

Stayed as three couples. Plenty of areas outside not to get on top of one another. Owner incredibly friendly and helpful, she came and cooked a meal for one night and a pizza night on another, very good food and value for money (check out the homemade limoncello)! Wine available to purchase at the villa - did go wine tasting and still this was some of the best wine we had and far cheaper than the supermarket. We didn't find it a problem walking to Radda but would say it is 20 mins. Would stay again and recommend.

Lunch at La Botte di Bacco and it was amazing. Also had lunch at La Vigne excellent wine and view, good food as well. Local bar in the square in town good for coffee and pastries (next to pharmacy). La Vinosteria - we booked online for this and the booking got mis communicated in translation but they did accommodate and all was well - just double check if you book online. Wine tasting at Enoteca wine bar in the village would also recommend if you dont want to drive.

Clara our owner was amazing hostess! She showed us the house and explain everything about the keys, pool, roles etc. One day we forgot to buy basil and she was gracious to lets us go to her garden and get some from there… Great location about one hour drive to Florence a lot of vineyards nearby great wine country…. Will recommend Castello di Tornano for wine testing. Call to reserve time.

Mary

June 2017

Adult family group

St Agnes, United Kingdom

Guest villa score

10/10

Had a lovely holiday.The villa is situated within reasonable distance of Florence, Sienna and San Gimigiano all of which we visited.The villa is cool and comfortable with private spaces for all, it has a lovely pool with privacy and great views from the roof top dining area.We loved the electric gates.Just be wary when driving within Chianti as the region is very hilly and the roads very twisty.Radda is pretty village just a few minutes easy drive away.

Had a lovely meal in the restaurant La Loggia Del Chianti below the big cockerel in Radda.
Played tennis a couple of times on courts by the football field in Radda, they even provided bottles of water and showers are available. (we didn't need them as the showers in the villa are great).

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